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Glue and Adhesives

Glue or adhesive is a liquid or semi-liquid mixture that bonds items together. It can be natural or synthetic, one part or two part, the latest development or an ancient recipe that still works. This is the place for glue/adhesive questions, such as - how to use it successfully, what it's made of, or how to get it out of your hair!

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What glue to use to glue glass fostoria cake stand base to top?

A good quality gel cyanoacrylate (crazy glue). -A better way, in my opinion, but not always available, is to take it to a glassblower and have him 'weld' it. In my area we have many excellent glassblowers operating small businesses or very good 'hobby' businesses.

How do you remove super glue from brushed nickel?

Cyanoacrylate, commonly known by the trade name "Super Glue", can be removed from brushed nickel with acetone. Acetone does not react with metal, and is in fact used in industrial settings to prepare various metals before painting. Simply put nail polish remover, which contains relatively high amounts of acetone, on a clean towel and vigorously scrub the affected area.

Is crazy glue waterproof?

Cyanoacrylate, commonly known by its trade name "Krazy Glue", is in fact waterproof. Additionally, it polymerises even more quickly in the presence of water. Due to this property, cyanoacrylate is popular among hobbyists for constructing coral.

What can you use to get super glue off the eye area?

If superglue gets on to eyes, it is vital that you seek medical advice immediately. If you can get to a doctor or emergency room, do so. If you can't dial 911 and they can advise you or get a paramedic to you.

Leave the eyes alone while you are waiting. Trying to remove the adhesive can cause severe damage to the eyes.

Why does the Elmers glue cap twist to open and close?

Because they believe that is the best way to keep the nozzle clean.

How do you get gorilla glue off tile?

Try a putty knife or a razor to get most of it off then use sand paper to get the rest. If still not working then use kerosine. If not then, then pour a small amount of gasoline on it and let it sit then wipe it off.

Why was the glue sticks invented?

You can glue things faster and more easily with a glue gun than with a tube of glue (although I still use tubes, personally).

What alternative glue for for nails can you use?

Superglue!

ANS 2 - If you are meaning construction nails, use PL200 or Liquid Nails -put pressure on it for at least 6 hours ( clamps or weights)

What is resorcinol formaldehyde glue used for?

It is used in wood aircraft and marine applications where great strength and resistance to moisture is needed.

Is there a need for more adhesives?

yes because synthetic adhesives such as glue and epoxy resins are used in large scale industrial applications. adhesives are used for dams bridgesthermal power stations are coted with epoxy resins. modern air craft and auto mobile use epoxy resins adhesives for assembling saving money and reducing weight. so there is a need for mor adhesives

Can you use floor tile adhesive for wall tiles?

You could but it's not advisable

Wall tile adhesive is thicker so it won't run down the wall and the tiles are less likely to slip

ANS 2 - I have done this a few times. If you use tile spacers, no problem.

How do you remove dried gorilla glue from a painted car surface?

First try using mineral spirits or lacquer thinner. If that doesn't work, then you will have to carefully wetsand and buff with 1500 grit sand paper. You most likely would want this professionally done at a detail shop or body shop.

Can you glue the center piece on a after market rim if it is loose?

If you are referring to a car wheel, possibly, as long as the part has no effect on the rim structure or strength of the wheel.

What adhesive do you use to glue insulation to a concrete wall?

There is a type of silicone caulking compound which is specifically designed to be used with concrete; this will work to attach insulation (but only if the concrete is DRY).

How long for super glue to dry vinyl tube?

Super glue won't dry vinyl tube. You have to dry it with heat or a cloth before gluing it.

-Why are you using super glue anyway ? -There are many proper vinyl adhesives that work far better .

How do you decorate glass candy vases?

You can glue things on with a hot glue gun like plastic flowers, use colored sand or marbles inside, you can also use tissue paper of different colors soak in white gle watered down twist into a thin strand and wrap them.

Can narra be a glue?

It can possibly make a primitive glue if mixed with the right things.